Bus Driver

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Chickasaw (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools is seeking a qualified school bus driver to operate buses for student transport. The role requires adherence to state and federal safety regulations and district policies, ensuring a safe, orderly environment on every route.

The position emphasizes professional conduct, route discipline, vehicle cleanliness, and timely reporting of maintenance or regulatory issues to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Possess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver certificate and CDL.
• Maintain a current Department of Transportation physical.
• Possess and maintain an acceptable vehicle record including no DUI convictions.

Responsibilities

• Meet all current State and federal regulations for driving safety and school bus operation.
• Comply with all Board regulations and policies.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and driving safety rules.
• Follow the prescribed pre-determined route unless altered to serve students’ needs.
• Perform duties in a courteous, professional manner.
• Maintain discipline while students are on the bus.
• Maintain a clean bus.
• Report promptly all mechanical needs to the supervisor.
• Maintain and submit reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Lifting 50 pounds

Physical stamina

Courteous demeanor

Education

Alabama bus driver certificate

CDL

DOT medical card

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS

• Complete classified employment or transfer application on the Teach in Alabama website
• Possess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver certificate and commercial driver’s license (CDL)
• Maintain a current Department of Transportation physical
• Possess and maintain an acceptable vehicle record including no DUI convictions
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Physical ability to perform all duties and responsibilities as specified by state and federal regulations, including but not limited to pre-trip inspections, post-trip inspections and bus evacuations

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Meet all current State and federal regulations for driving safety and school bus operation
• Comply with all Board regulations and policies
• Adhere to all traffic laws and driving safety rules
• Follow the prescribed pre-determined route unless the principal and/or TransportationSupervisor alters the route to serve the needs of the students
• Perform duties in a courteous, professional manner
• Maintain discipline while students are on the bus
• Maintain a clean bus
• Report promptly all mechanical needs to the supervisor
• Maintain and submit reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor